Valco baby Runabout Twin Operating instructions

Brand: Valco baby

Model: Runabout Twin

Category: Strollers

Type: Operating instructions

Product Reference Guide

Read and follow the instructions contained within carefully before use. Retain this guide in a

safe and easily accessible place for future reference.

Drawings, pictures and specifications contained in this manual are for illustration purposes only – actual product may vary. VALCO BABY

reserves the right to alter any specification(s), colour or features without prior notice or incurring any obligation to similarly alter products

reviousl

urchased.

Remove the stroller from the carton and dispose of any packaging immediately. The front wheel forks, rear wheels, front bar

and hood all need to be installed prior to use.

IMPORTANT WARNING: Always test that all latches are securely engaged before use.

Stroller Assembly/Opening

1. Lay the stroller flat on the floor

and carefully cut the cable tie

which holds the frame.

2. Lift the handle upward to a

vertical position.

1. Lift the front wheel housing

upward so that the stroller

frame unfolds from beneath.

2. Press down on the locking

hinge with your hand or foot.

1. Secure the frame closed by

swinging the fold latches

around and fully engaging them

tightly onto the frame.

Installing/Removing the rea

wheels

1. To remove the wheel simply

press the axle button in the

centre of the wheel hub and

simultaneously pull the wheel

outward.

1. Pressing the axle button,

insert the protruding long

axle into the opening in the

tube at the rear of the

stroller chassis.

2. Repeat this procedure for

the other side.

1. Pressing on the centre hub

button, insert the SQR through

the outside of the metal hub in

each wheel.

IMPORTANT: Insert through outside

of the wheel - the side which does

NOT have the nylon brake cog)

IMPORTANT WARNING: Always test that the axles/wheels are securely engaged before use.

Thank you for purchasing a quality VALCO product. Due to our policy of continuous product

development, this product is constantly evolving. It is possible that some features or

procedures outlined here have changed since this document was written. If you unsure of any

procedure outlined here please contact the store from which you purchased it to obtain the

most up to date information, or contact us at [email protected] via the internet.

Installing/Removing and using the front wheel forks

Folding/Opening your strolle

1. To open, unhook the frame

locking strap.

2. With your foot blocking the

rear wheels, lift the handle so

that the frame begins to

unfold.

ou can lock the frame closed by

stretching the locking strap

across the frame, placing the

eyelet over the rivet on the

chassis

1. Fold the hood back up against the

handle.

2. Release the locking clamps at

either side of the stroller.

4. Holding the frame at the rear,

press down with your foot on

either of the rear basket

tubes which will disengage the

side hinge locks.

5. Continue pushing the rear

wheels forward beneath the

frame

Your Twin Runabout sports our

unique and revolutionary new

DURAGLIDE™ front swivel system:

1. To install the front fork, tilt

the stroller frame upward on

the rear wheels.

2. Line up the fork shaft and

insert it into the DURAGLIDE

housing till it “clicks” into

place- repeat for other wheel.

IMPORTANT: Test that each fork is

securely engaged in the housing.

3. Simultaneously lift the

secondary safety catch and

swing the handle forward.

To remove the front fork:

1. Simultaneously turn and push

the DURAGLIDE™ release

button.

2. The fork will then be released.

HINT: You may need to apply a little

downward pressure for the fork to

fully disengage.

The simple yet effective HEXLOK™

wheel locking system is perfect for

rough terrain and beachside.

1. The lock you wheels, rotate

each wheel so that it is

beneath the chassis (as in

normal use).

2. Grasping the HEXLOK™ on

either side, slide the sleeve

downward over the hexagonal

top of the wheel fork, as far

as it will go.

3. To disengage, reverse the

rocess.

1. Insert the bar ends into the

nylon housing located on either

side of the frame. Be sure

that the bar is securely

engaged

2. Adjust the front bar by

simultaneously pressing the 2

red buttons and swivelling the

bar (forward or backward) to

the desired position.

our seat can be adjusted to 4 positions

using the zip system

1. To recline, pull one of the zippers

located on the seat side downward.

2. Do the same to the corresponding

zipper on the other side of the seat

3. For more recline, release more

zippered sections.

4. For seat incline simply reverse this

procedure.

BE SURE THAT ALL ZIPPERS ARE

OPENED/CLOSED FULLY BEFORE USE.

1. Insert the hood tube through

the elastic loop on either side of

the hood fabrics.

2. Attach the hood fabric to the

frame using the rear zippers.

3. Insert each tube end into the

corresponding brackets on the

stroller chassis.

4. Secure the hood to the frame by

sliding the hood housing over the

brackets on the frame. Be sure

to line up the raised plastic with

the corresponding track on the

hood housing.

Adjusting your seat Installing your hood

o remove the front bar: Feeling

the side of the nylon housing that

sits below the frame at each side

(facing inward), locate the release

“button.”

2. Press the release button inward

while simultaneously pushing

upward on the bar housing.

Repeat for the other side.

Installing / Removing the front ba

1. Press down on the centre of the

brake bar until the bar ends

engage in the nylon brake cogs

on the wheel.

IMPORTANT: Always check and that

the brake is fully engaged before

use.

2. To disengage, lift the brake bar

upward till it locks in the upright

position.

Using your brakes

3. Press down on the side locking

hinges to lock the frame in the

open position.

4. Secure the handle the frame

by engaging the locking clamps

on either side.

IMPORTANT WARNING: Always test that all latches are securely engaged before use.

Your Twin Runabout stroller is fitted with two 5 point safety harness systems.

Your child/children MUST

always be harnessed while in the stroller.

TO SECURE YOUR CHILD IN THE HARNESS:

1. Insert Buckles (A) and (B) into either side of the Buckle Housing (C). Keep inserting until they

click into place securely.

2. Carefully adjust the harness straps to snugly fit your child by adjusting the Sliders (D) located

on all Shoulder Straps, Waist Straps and the Crotch Strap.

3. To prevent older children tampering with the strap adjustments and for greater child comfort,

your TWIN RUNABOUT stroller is provided with 2 soft strap covers for each harness. To fit,

disengage each shoulder strap from the central buckle housing and thread the strap through

the cover. Re-install the straps to the central buckle housing.

The harness should be snugly fitted to the baby’s body, tight enough so that the baby cannot wriggle

itself free of the straps but loose enough so as not to cause the baby any discomfort.

TO OPEN THE HARNESS

1. Release the Buckle Prongs – Squeeze on the top and bottom prongs simultaneously and pull

apart from the Buckle Housing.

This process may be difficult, as your buckle system has been designed to meet very stringent safety

standards to ensure that a child cannot release the harness unaided.

Using your harnesses

Accessories Included

our Twin Runabout is equipped

with a zip in/off insect mesh for

the ultimate comfort of your

children

our Twin Runabout is equipped with a

tyre pump that hangs in a special

pocket found sewn beneath the seat.

Your tyres should be kept at a

pressure of 40 p.s.i. Under inflated

tyres can cause excessive and uneven

tyre wear, greater susceptibility to

punctures and greater difficulty in

smooth operation.

our Twin Runabout is equipped

with removable “Head Huggers”

and shoulder harness covers. The

“Head Huggers” are designed to

optimize the comfort of newborn

babies within the stroller. The

shoulder straps increase your

child’s comfort levels when in the

harness as well as keeping

harness adjusters away from busy

fingers.

OPTIONAL

ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES

Toddlerseat

Available in versions for both Single and Twin

Runabout models, the optional toddlerseat sits

firmly inside the chassis. Perfect for twins and an

older sibling (Twin model) or when a new baby

comes along and junior still likes to go for a ride!

Both Twin and single models even fold totally out of

the way with the stroller! See your local specialist

retailer for more info and suitability.

Newborn Head Hugger

and Strap Covers

Tyre Pump

Inner Tube Mounted Drink Bottle

Travel Storage Bag

(sin

le version onl

)

Sunstopper (Universal fit)

The unique SUNSTOPPER provides the ultimate

protection from the suns harsh rays, while providing

a comfortable open environment for the child. The

unique roll up blind system means that the child can

be shielded from the sun without being fully

enclosed, and folds up into its own self enclosed

ouch for eas

stora

Fitted all season

Footmuff

The VALCO HITCHHIKER is a boon to any parent with a child who is old enough to walk but

young enough to need to rest along the way. Made of high quality and extremely sturdy

materials (maximum weight 30 kg’s / 66 lb’s), the HITCHHIKER is easily adjustable for height,

width and distance from the stroller which makes it fit most brands, makes and models of

strollers. The handy “hang up” system means it can hang out of the way when not in use,

while the unique quick release systems allows for quick and easy removal.

All this and more makes the HITCHHIKER the perfect option for that “in between” age child.

See your local specialist retailer for more information.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

WARNINGS

Your child’s safet

our res

onsibilit

………

 Be sure to check that all clamps and buckles are securely fixed and in place before

use.

 Check all parts for breakage or fatigue before use. Discontinue immediately if any

part is found to be damaged or broken.

 The maximum weight of each child for which this stroller was intended is 25 kg’s

 Can be used from birth +. A cocoon specially designed to be used with a stroller is

recommended when any fully reclining stroller is used with a newborn.

 NEVER jog with a newborn baby in any pram or stroller until each child can sit

up unassisted (approximately 6 months).

 ALWAYS ensure that each child is clear of all moving parts when adjusting the

stroller.

 NEVER leave any child unattended in the stroller.

 NEVER use on escalators or stairs.

 When in the stroller each child must ALWAYS wear the safety harness, correctly fitted

and adjusted, at all times.

 DO NOT hang shopping bags from the handle as this may affect the stroller’s stability.

 Always use the basket provided, the maximum weight in the basket is 6 kg’s.

 Do not carry additional children. It may be unsafe to use any accessories other than

VALCO approved ones.

 This product is intended for domestic use only. It is not intended for commercial use.

Caring for your strolle

Moving parts may be lubricated with silicone based lubricants – do not use oil.

Your Twin Runabout chassis is made of aluminium alloy but does include some metal

parts. Special care must always be taken to avoid rust. If this pram is used near the

ocean or salty air environments, spray the chassis and seat frame with water and dry

thoroughly. This is particularly important for parts such as wheel spokes and springs.

We recommend rust inhibiting product should be applied to prevent accelerated rust and

fatigue of these metal parts!

We recommend that you wipe down axles and lubricate the wheels every 3 months. Sand

and dirt can grind down axles so, if you live, walk or run near/on the beach or in a dusty

environment, you must remove and wipe down the axles and wheels, then lubricate them

MONTHLY.

AXLES ARE BEST LUBRICATED WITH GREASE OR PETROLEUM JELLY. SILICONE

BASED PRODUCTS ARE ACCEPTABLE. DO NOT USE OIL BASED PRODUCTS.

ht VE 2004

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www.valco.co.nz

In Australia/NZ

www.valcobaby.com

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In North America

Valco baby Runabout Twin Operating instructions

Brand: Valco baby

Model: Runabout Twin

Category: Strollers

Type: Operating instructions

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